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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
Optimal lineups are generated to demonstrate groups of players that work well together. This should be used only as a thought-starter for your lineups. This lineup may not conform to exact requirements of DraftKings (ie. players from one team), and may cross over multiple slates. For more detailed and customizable lineup generation, please use the NBA DraftKings Optimizer.
| P | Marcus Stroman |
| C | Chris Herrmann |
| 1B | Eric Thames |
| 2B | Jonathan Villar |
| SS | Amed Rosario |
| 3B | Jefry Marte |
| OF One | Matt Olson |
| OF Two | Jarrett Parker |
| OF Three | Curtis Granderson |
| Salary | $26,800 |
| Expected Points | 107.28 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Nelson | CLE | $9,400 | 40.63 | 4.32 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $9,300 | 40.45 | 4.35 |
| Marcus Stroman | KC | $8,300 | 36.20 | 4.36 |
| Carlos Carrasco | LAA | $8,900 | 34.55 | 3.88 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Stroman | KC | $8,300 | 36.20 | 4.36 |
| Rich Hill | STL | $9,300 | 40.45 | 4.35 |
| Jimmy Nelson | CLE | $9,400 | 40.63 | 4.32 |
| Jameson Taillon | LAD | $7,500 | 31.18 | 4.16 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $3,800 | 11.46 | 3.01 |
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,300 | 9.85 | 4.28 |
| Russell Martin | KC | $3,200 | 9.60 | 3.00 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,400 | 9.59 | 4.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Barnes | STL | $2,300 | 9.85 | 4.28 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,400 | 9.59 | 4.00 |
| Victor Martinez | CHW | $2,200 | 8.70 | 3.95 |
| Alex Avila | ATL | $2,300 | 9.06 | 3.94 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,100 | 13.28 | 3.24 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $3,700 | 13.26 | 3.58 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $3,700 | 13.26 | 3.58 |
| Joey Votto | PHI | $4,900 | 13.25 | 2.70 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,700 | 12.61 | 4.67 |
| Eric Thames | CLE | $2,700 | 12.61 | 4.67 |
| Mark Reynolds | TB | $2,600 | 10.58 | 4.07 |
| José Abreu | MIN | $2,900 | 11.44 | 3.94 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy | CHC | $3,500 | 12.93 | 3.69 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $4,100 | 12.89 | 3.14 |
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,100 | 12.73 | 3.10 |
| Robinson Canó | TEX | $3,700 | 11.61 | 3.14 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $2,300 | 10.00 | 4.35 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,300 | 9.67 | 4.20 |
| Scooter Gennett | PHI | $2,300 | 9.67 | 4.20 |
| Brandon Phillips | NYM | $2,400 | 9.60 | 4.00 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean Segura | TEX | $4,000 | 12.14 | 3.03 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $4,000 | 11.54 | 2.88 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $3,200 | 10.81 | 3.38 |
| Eduardo Núñez | BOS | $3,700 | 10.50 | 2.84 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dansby Swanson | NYM | $2,000 | 7.01 | 3.50 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,200 | 7.69 | 3.49 |
| Andrelton Simmons | MIL | $3,200 | 10.81 | 3.38 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $2,400 | 8.08 | 3.37 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $3,700 | 12.72 | 3.44 |
| Justin Turner | STL | $3,800 | 12.46 | 3.28 |
| Kris Bryant | ATL | $3,900 | 12.33 | 3.16 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,300 | 12.16 | 3.68 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefry Marte | MIL | $2,000 | 8.80 | 4.40 |
| Pablo Sandoval | SF | $2,200 | 8.34 | 3.79 |
| Travis Shaw | CLE | $3,300 | 12.16 | 3.68 |
| Cheslor Cuthbert | NYY | $2,200 | 7.81 | 3.55 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $5,100 | 16.02 | 3.14 |
| Bryce Harper | CHC | $5,000 | 15.27 | 3.05 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,600 | 14.69 | 3.19 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | ARZ | $4,600 | 14.25 | 3.10 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,000 | 9.13 | 4.57 |
| Matt Olson | SEA | $2,000 | 9.13 | 4.57 |
| Jarrett Parker | SF | $2,500 | 10.96 | 4.38 |
| Cameron Maybin | MIL | $2,200 | 9.57 | 4.35 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk.